Fueling Champions

Taking time out from their busy Louis Vuitton Trophy sailing schedule, Emirates Team New Zealand crew members stopped in for a taste of New Zealand hospitality recently, at fellow kiwi company BurgerFuel on the Jumeirah Beach Residence Walk.

Emirates Team New Zealand Managing Director, Grant Dalton and Skipper Dean Barker, along with over 20 of their team mates visited the iconic New Zealand burger joint to enjoy a well-deserved meal.

Chris Mason, Owner and Founder of BurgerFuel said: “The crew of Emirates Team New Zealand are athletes of the top regard, and we thought it was only fitting to extend some good old kiwi hospitality and invite them in for a meal – and what better way to fuel them out on the water than with a wholesome New Zealand burger!

“The team is renowned for being at the cutting edge of sailing technology and technique, and we at BurgerFuel like to think that we are forging a similar reputation in this region’s food and beverage sector – with a revitalized offering and a refreshing new take on traditional “fast-food”. It was a pleasure to have the team visit the store, and we wish them all the best for their final races.”

Grant Dalton, Emirates Team New Zealand Managing Director, said: “Wherever we go, the team always looks to support other New Zealand companies doing great things worldwide. We all know and love the BurgerFuel offering from back in NZ and it was a real treat to take a break and enjoy a taste of home while abroad.”